The content includes but is not limited to microcomputer-oriented operating procedures,
software applications packages and hardware in order to devise efficient methods to
manage a microcomputer-based work environment, develop new systems to meet projected
needs, select and install information technology equipment, troubleshoot information
technology equipment, and manage and support information technology users.

Computer Programming and Analysis: This program offers a sequence of courses that provides rigorous content aligned
with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed
to prepare for further education and careers such as entry level programmers, programmer
specialists, computer programmers, senior programmers, chief business programmers,
programmer analysts and information systems programmers.

The content includes, but is not limited to, how to plan, install, configure, monitor,
troubleshoot and manage computer networks in a LAN/WAN environment. Students will
be prepared to apply conceptual and theoretical knowledge to the workplace utilizing
technical skills learned during the program.

Program Entrance Requirements

To be admitted to any of these programs, a student must have:

Achieved a level of mathematics proficiency which qualifies the student for entry
into MAC 1105 or higher, as demonstrated by the standard placement criteria currently
in use at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF);

Achieved a level of English and reading proficiency which qualifies the student for
entry into ENC 1101 or higher, as demonstrated by the standard placement criteria
currently in use at SCF; and